Open Year Round!
Located in Kerrville, Texas, HTR TX Hill Country (formerly By The River RV Park & Campground) retains a peaceful and quiet atmosphere across 65 acres of nature trails, campgrounds, RV sites, vacation rental cottages (and tiny homes) for glampers, and picnic areas, all along the calming waters of the Guadalupe River. Experience the quiet, serene nature in the Texas Hill Country.
SOLAR ECLIPSE: We are directly in the path of an awesome astronomical event – the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024! We’re filling up fast, so book your site (or cottage today) today!
Eclipse special! Newly-added boondocking tent and RV sites are perfectly located under our big Texas sky providing a great view! These bare-bones sites offer the minimum needed to camp with the maximum potential to enjoy the eclipse. Our boondocking tent and RV sites are available April 5 – April 11, 2024.
Experience nature in its purest form on our spacious boondocking sites. Each site includes a grill, fire pit, picnic table, and trash can. Please note that these sites are primitive and do not have water or electric hookups. However, a bathhouse is just a short drive away, and a portlet is nearby.
Now pet-friendly! This tiny waterfront house has all the amenities to make you feel like you’re truly on vacation. This cozy little home comes fully furnished with 1 Queen Bedroom, a queen pull-out sofa, a mini fridge, and a convection microwave oven. Linens are provided at no additional cost. Smoking is not allowed in these tiny homes! Wifi included.
Now pet-friendly! Experience a waterfront getaway in our cozy tiny house, fully equipped with everything you need to unwind and relax. The house features 1 Queen Bedroom on the main floor, and 2 Queen Mattresses in the loft (please note that the loft is not full height). The kitchen is fully equipped, complete with an island that seats 4. All linens are provided at no additional cost, making your stay hassle-free.
Enjoy the outdoors with a picnic table, grill, and fire ring, perfect for outdoor meals and campfires. Please note that smoking is not allowed in the cabin. Stay connected with free WiFi included.
Now pet friendly! Escape to the waterfront in our one-bedroom (and loft) tiny home! These vacation rental cottages sleep up to six, with a queen bed in the bedroom, a queen in the loft (not full height), and a queen pull-out sleeper sofa. These unique glamping getaways feature a kitchenette, private bathroom, WiFi, smart TV, and more.
Great spaces continue outdoors with a picnic table, and fire ring with grill, which are great for outdoor meals and campfires. Please note that smoking is not allowed in these tiny homes. All linens are provided at no additional cost, making your stay hassle-free.
Now pet friendly! You need a Guadalupe riverfront getaway, so take one … in style! Book one of our waterfront tiny homes (with loft) and enjoy great spaces – inside and out. Sleeping up to six, these vacation rental cottages feature WiFi, a smart TV, a kitchenette, a queen bed in the bedroom, and two queen mattresses in the loft (not full height).
Relax outdoors with a picnic table and fire ring (with grill), ideal for campfires and outdoor meals.
Bed and bath linens are included at no additional cost. Please note that smoking is not allowed in these tiny homes.
Now pet friendly! Explore Kerrville and the surrounding Texas Hill Country from one of our new one-bedroom (and loft) tiny homes! Accommodating up to six, these vacation rental cottages boast a kitchenette, Wifi, Smart TV, a queen bed in the bedroom, two queen mattresses in the loft, and a private bathroom.
Great spaces continue outdoors with a picnic table and a fire ring (with grill). Please note smoking is not allowed in these tiny homes. All linens are provided at no additional cost, making your stay hassle-free.
Now pet friendly! Experience Texas’ Hill Country from a new one-bedroom tiny home! Sleeping up to 4, these vacation rental cottages boast a kitchenette, Wifi, Smart TV, a queen bed in the bedroom, a sleeper sofa, and a private bathroom.
Each of these getaways offers a picnic table and a fire ring (with grill). Smoking is not allowed in these tiny homes. All linens are provided at no additional cost.
Experience nature in its purest form on our spacious interior tent sites. Each site includes a grill, fire pit, picnic table, and trash can. Please note that these sites are primitive and do not have water or electric hookups. However, a bathhouse is just a short drive away, and a portlet is nearby.
Experience nature in its purest form on our spacious waterfront tent sites. Each site includes a grill, fire pit, picnic table, and trash can. Please note that these sites are primitive and do not have water or electric hookups. However, a bathhouse is just a short drive away, and a portlet is nearby.
2024 Eclipse (on April 8, 2024) Boondocking Tent Sites are still available, but going fast! Book yours today!
Make your next trip a comfortable one! Our 30/50-AMP Pull-thru full-hookup sites have been designed with your comfort in mind, ensuring a seamless and relaxing stay. Take advantage of the picnic table and fire ring with grill on-site, perfect for outdoor dining.
Experience camping at its finest with our 30/50 Amp FHU Back In sites! Designed with your comfort in mind, these sites offer full hook-ups and include a picnic table and fire ring with a grill for your convenience.
Enjoy RV living with a waterfront view! Our full-service site is designed to accommodate your RV or trailer with 30 and 50 amp power and is located just steps from the water’s edge. Enjoy a picnic table and a fire ring with a grill. Experience an amazing stay every time.
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If you cancel more than 30 days in advance, you will incur a $25 cancellation fee. However, if you need to cancel within 29 days of your confirmed arrival date, you will forfeit your deposit.
We do allow fires in campfire rings only. When we are on a fire ban, we allow propane fire pits and the ability to use charcoal in the grill for cooking purposes.
Our smallest campsite is 3 acres!
To ensure that all campers have the best experience we do limit some accessories including but not limited to: No porches, no outdoor freezers, no political flags and no storage underneath campers.
Yes! All guests and vehicles must register at the office prior to entering the campground.
Yes, we have a small store that is open during office hours. We have ice cream, souvenirs, ice, river tubes, fishing poles, bobbers, and RV/camping supplies.
We have a unique array of neighboring wildlife. With the hustle and bustle of the campground, it is highly likely for guests to see 2 types of deer (Axis and Whitetail). We have a deer feeder and lots of varieties of birds. We also have many different types of turtles that are seen throughout the park. We do ask guests to always stay aware of their surroundings and avoid engaging with wildlife. Hunting, trapping or the pursuit of wildlife is strictly prohibited on site.
Smoking and vaping is allowed on personal RV and tent sites. Guests are prohibited from smoking or vaping inside Tiny Homes and community areas.
Yes! We offer Good Sam, First Responder and Military discounts.
Yes! We offer seasonal rates. For pricing, visit our ‘Book Now’ page.
Yes. All of our RV sites are fully upgraded sites with 30, 50 and 120 amp sites available. Please note that our tent sites are completely primitive.
Yes! We have “Crafting with your kids” on Saturdays, independent scavenger hunts, the pool, the river, lots of fun games, paddleboard and kayak rentals, and many areas to explore nearby.
Our office is open 10 AM to 5 PM, 7 days a week.
Yes, we do have laundry facilities available during office hours.
We are about 26 miles away, but don’t stop your trip right there! Kerrville has many other fantastic areas to explore, including 2 wineries and 2 breweries, the Museum of Western Art, the Point Theatre, Stonehenge II, the Riverside Nature Center, and the Coming King Sculpture Garden!
Early check-in or late check-out times may be available, but please check with the park office first.
Our check-out time is 11 AM, and our check-in time is 3 PM.
Yes! We have many areas to use during the day with access points to the river so you can enjoy the river or a picnic with a beautiful scenic view.
We have awesome Wi-Fi and cell reception.
Residential pets are allowed on all sites including our tiny homes. Guests are limited to two pets per site and we require all pets to be on a leash and be picked up after. We have 10 pet stations and 65 acres with walking trails and plenty of wildlife to explore with your pets!
Yes, we have trails on site and there are many within the area. Enchanted Rock, Lost Maples, and Pedernales Falls are nearby.
Yes! There are many fishing spots both on the Guadalupe River and the Fork of the Guadalupe. A valid Texas fishing license is needed, though.
HTR TX Hill Country is located just 5 miles northwest (about a 10 minute drive) from the heart of downtown Kerrville! There are plenty of amazing restaurants and shops nearby to enjoy.
a. Yes, golf carts are allowed. Proof of liability insurance is needed, and the driver must have a current valid driver’s license. The driver must stay on the park roads. ATVs are not allowed.
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